
News from Brazil, by The Brazilian Report — an independent media outlet uniquely positioned to offer an insider’s view of current affairs in Brazil.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 433 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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Lula finished Brazil's first round almost 2 points behind Flávio Bolsonaro, his weakest first-round result since 1998. Gustavo Ribeiro and historian James Green (Brown University) look at what went wrong for the president and what the October 25 runo... more
Brazilians vote on Sunday, October 4, and President Lula is asking for a fourth term on the strength of his economic record. Growth averaged 3% a year, unemployment is at a record low, and real wages are rising. His approval still sits barely above 4... more
Brazil votes on Sunday, and the final week of the campaign has turned on religion. A rumor that a Flávio Bolsonaro government would strip Our Lady of Aparecida of her title as Brazil's patron saint has spread through Catholic circles. The Bolsonaro c... more
Lula and Flávio Bolsonaro are statistically tied less than two weeks before Brazil's first round, and a flood of contradictory polls is feeding claims that pollsters are rigging the race.
Rafael Nishimura, director of sampling operations at the ... more
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Your not realizing the previous Brasil president was conservative and more on par with USA president trump at that time. Right or wrong. Now you went left in your last election and expect trump to still treat you like a brother. Your president isn’t pro American and has become close to china. That doesn’t work with trump or those that elected him. AIM to be more moderate and the tariffs will respond in kind. We love Brasil but not your government at this time.
Not much is available in English about current events in Brazil. As someone with family in Brazil, I like to keep up and appreciate this source of Brazilian news.
Pretty good podcast with a typically leftist filter on Brazilian current events.
I've listened to this purchase for years as a casual listener. The quality of the podcast has seemed to diminish as they focus more on driving subscriptions. Several minutes of the most recent episode were drowned out by music louder than the person speaking.
As a gringo of over 10 years I enjoy this podcast. Really enjoyed the 4 part Brazil - Love it or leave it series. Would like to hear more on Brazil’s global political history and relationships with other nations. Always great to have politics in English even if I don’t agree with all the outlooks and views.
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Explaining Brazil presents informed discussions on Brazilian politics, economics, and governance with a roster of researchers, economists, and policy experts. Episodes frequently examine Congress dynamics, trade policy, diplomacy, and regional geopolitics, often featuring long-form interviews that unpack complex issues for decision-makers and informed listeners alike. A notable strength is its ability to blend academic insight with practical implications for business, policy, and international relations, making it a strong resource for listeners seeking depth, context, and diverse perspectives on Brazil's near- and mid-term trajectory.
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